Clubs turn to the internet to host Virtual Navigation Rallies
Multiple MotorSport New Zealand member clubs have found an innovative way to keep their members engaged during the COVID-19 alert level four lockdown with the introduction of virtual navigation rallies, which provides another way for people to stay involved in the sport. Traditionally, a navigation rally...
Reece Hendl-Cox takes back to back titles as NZ Formula First Championship declared
The Hi-Q Components NZ Formula First Championship will end one round early after the series organisers decided to declare the 2019/20 Championship amid the ongoing COVID-19 uncertainty. Hendl-Cox’s season can be summed up with a similar word to his maiden title-winning season. Dominant. The 19-year-old Whakatane...
Ransley goes virtual in carsales ARG eSport Cup
Up and coming Christchurch racer Jaden Ransley has secured a late seat in the Kiwi based Track Tec Racing TCR team to compete in the forthcoming carsales ARG eSport Cup, and will race a virtual TCR Audi in a high quality field. Ransley (18) has...
2020 Elite Motorsport Academy of New Zealand cancelled
The 2020 Elite Motorsport Academy of New Zealand has been cancelled due to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. MotorSport New Zealand, its board and trustees of the MotorSport New Zealand Scholarship Trust (which coordinates the academy) were unanimous in their decision to cancel...
MotorSport New Zealand office closure
MotorSport House, the office of MotorSport New Zealand will be closed to the public for the until further notice due to the COVID-19 situation. MotorSport New Zealand staff will continue to work remotely, business as usual, ensuring the sport does not get left behind. Staff will...
First Kia TCR car lands in New Zealand
The first of two Kia Cee’d TCR cars has arrived in New Zealand and will join the growing grid for the inaugural TCR New Zealand Series, commencing later this year. The pair of Kias will be represented in the Australian and New Zealand markets by Choice...
No NZ F5000 finale this weekend as event organisers call COVID-19 force majeure
“In light of the escalating COVID-19 (Coronavirus) situation and after lengthy discussions with all of the parties involved, the decision has been made to postpone the Paul Fahey Legends of Speed Meeting until a later date. “The Historic Racing Club are declaring a Force Majeure...
MotorSport New Zealand to suspend all events for two months
MotorSport New Zealand has made the decision to suspend all MotorSport New Zealand permitted events, at all levels, initially for two months in response to the fast-evolving COVID-19 situation, effective immediately until May 19th. Following a meeting between MotorSport New Zealand Management and the...
Final round of MotorSport New Zealand Championship cancelled
MotorSport New Zealand has made the decision to cancel the Hampton Downs event which was originally scheduled for March 28-29 and was earlier this week postponed until between late May and late June. Further complications and logistical issues identified, combined with feedback gained through further consultation...
TRS backing Fraga to be major asset for Red Bull
2020 Castrol Toyota Racing Series champion - and eSports icon - Igor Fraga has continued his rapid rise up the junior formulae ranks this week and has been snapped up to be part of the Red Bull Junior programme. And TOYOTA GAZOO Racing NZ reckons he’s...